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Second Year of Illness in Zoetermeer - What You Need to Know

Discover what changes in the second year of illness for residents of Zoetermeer, from continued wage payment to WIA application and second track reintegration.

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Second Year of Illness in Zoetermeer - What You Need to Know

If you enter the second year of illness, there are important changes you need to take into account, especially towards the end of the [continued wage payment period](https://rechtshulprotterdam.nl/encyclopedie/loondoorbetalingsperiode). This article is specifically aimed at residents of Zoetermeer.

What Changes?

  • Your wage is often reduced to 70% (if you received 100% in the first year)
  • The emphasis is more on the second track (seeking work outside your current employer)
  • Preparation for the [WIA application](https://rechtshulprotterdam.nl/encyclopedie/ziektewet-dagloon-berekening) becomes essential

Evaluation After First Year

After 52 weeks of illness, together with your employer, it is assessed whether reintegration is progressing well and whether adjustments are needed.

Second Track Reintegration

If return to your own function is not feasible, you must, together with your employer, seek a suitable position at another organization in or around Zoetermeer.

Week 93: Conclusion and WIA Application

In week 93, you must submit the WIA application to the UWV at the latest. Together with your employer, you prepare a final evaluation to conclude the process.

After 104 Weeks of Illness

After 104 weeks, the employer's obligation to continue wage payment ends. The UWV determines whether you qualify for a [WIA benefit](https://rechtshulprotterdam.nl/encyclopedie/pro-rata-dertiende-maand).

Legal basis: Gatekeeper Improvement Act, WIA

Local support: For legal advice, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer. Disputes fall under the District Court of The Hague.

Frequently Asked Questions about Illness in Zoetermeer

How much wage do I receive in the second year of illness?

In the second year, you generally receive 70% of your salary, provided you were fully paid through in the first year. Check your collective labor agreement or contract for deviating arrangements. The UWV may supplement if your income becomes too low.

What does the second track mean for me?

The second track means that, together with your employer, you seek other work with a new employer if your own function is no longer possible. This can be done via reintegration agencies in the Zoetermeer region. Cooperation is mandatory to avoid sanctions.

What if I am still ill in week 93?

In week 93, the WIA application must be submitted to the UWV, together with a final evaluation. Ensure all documents are ready on time to prevent delays or fines.

Can I be dismissed after 104 weeks?

Dismissal is not automatic after 104 weeks. The UWV decides on your WIA benefit. In case of full incapacity for work, dismissal may follow; in case of partial fitness, your employer must seek suitable work.

How do I prepare a WIA application?

Gather all relevant documents such as medical reports and reintegration reports. Consult your occupational physician and submit the application no later than week 93. Need help? Visit the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.